Racine Zoo in Racine, Wisconsin currently cares for approximately 100 different species of animals and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, maintaining a staff of 25 employees which include animal care specialists, administration, and facility managers. The zoo is an ideal location for events including reunions, birthday parties and even weddings, and for smaller groups is perfect for picnic parties. Activities here include a life animal program in the Helen Ireland Wildlife Theater, and at the Benstead Discovery Center you can learn about reptiles and amphibians, come face to face with the world's tallest animals at the North Shore Bank Giraffe encounters. There are camel encounters, a Barnyard safari, Norco Aviary, Playzoo Playground, the Robinson Crusoe Adventureland Playground and a Zoo Choo express, it's all here for good times and learning. Racine Zoo also hosts the Animal Crackers concert series, offers field trips and much more, come for a magical day out.READ MORE

The Northern Lights Gallery in Racine, Wisconsin showcases beautiful fine art, jewelery, home accents and more in their boutique with clothing and perfume too. Stunning home accents include clocks, ornaments, gifts, the unusual, the beautiful and the unique, and they frequently restock with products from new artists and designers, so visit often, there will always be something different to see and love. The Northern Lights Gallery fine artworks include paintings, ceramics, unique sculptures and much more, add something eclectic to your collection or buy for a loved one, come see what they have to offer, it's about being dazzled without breaking the bank.READ MORE

The OandH Danish Bakery in Racine, Wisconsin was founded in 1949 as a family business and is committed to baking quality, offering Kringle and other Danish pastries. The award winning Kringle is light, tender, flaky and moist made from quality ingredients and you are going to love them from the first slice to the last bite as they say, with flavor choices including cherry cheese, blueberry, almond, cream cheese, pecan, apricot and so much more. The OandH Danish Bakery love baking with a passion, and crafting traditional ethnic Danish pastries for you, they do holiday and occasion cakes, Danish coffee cakes, Danish Layer cakes, Danish crown cakes, bread puddings and pastries, breads, cater to special dietary needs and have gift cards available, come experience the divine.READ MORE

The DeKoven Center in Racine, Wisconsin is a retreat and conference center with historic and charming facilities, overnight accommodations, conference rooms, banquet halls, two chapels, an indoor gym and acres of green space. This beautiful building welcomes you for your spectacular wedding ceremony indoor and outdoor and receptions held in their unique banquet facilities which are handicapped accessible, the Great Hall has stained glass windows and beamed ceilings, and the Assembly Hall, bright sunny windows, beamed ceiling and hardwood floor. The DeKoven Center set over 10 acres and 9 buildings can cater to the largest event with grounds able to host over 1000 people, and with a long history going back is a fantastic venue, memories await.READ MORE

Hot Shop Glass Studio and Gallery in Racine, Wisconsin is open to the public for studio visits and to shop the gallery, they also have classes weekdays, evenings and weekends, come see the studio in action. Operating from a restored 1880's former stable, this state of the art glass blowing studio and gallery promotes individual exploration and creative expression in hot glass, come learn how to blow hot glass, they look forward to sharing what they have learned. The studio operates two glass blowing benches, 14 inch and 21 inch glory holes, frontloading annealer and state of the art 300lb electric moly furnace, and is available for rent including the use of clear glass, one bench and glory, annealer space, steinert pipes and punties, cherry blocks and Jim Moore tools. Hot Shop Glass Studio and Gallery offers beautiful gifts, and glass blowing instruction for beginners to advanced students, welcomes groups and corporate team building workshops, plus do private instruction.READ MORE

The Racine Heritage Museum in Racine, Wisconsin has an extensive range of artifacts, home to over 200,000 and an archival collection documenting the area's economic and cultural history. Exhibits highlight some of the popular inventions produced in southeastern Wisconsin like food mixers, military tanks, floor polish, Horlick's malted milk and more, and you can uncover Racine County’s Underground Railroad: secret hiding places and narrow escapes of abolitionist activity during the years leading to the Civil War. The Racine County Sports Hall of Fame included artifacts, videos and photographic content of the athletic excellence and sportsmanship of the sports hero's from Racine County. The Racine Heritage Museum has a museum shop and gift store, student and adult programs and even has a ca. 300 BCE Egyptian mummy, their oldest artifact, come for a fascinating journey into the stories of the diverse people and their culture from yesteryear.READ MORE

The Racine Symphony Orchestra in Racine, Wisconsin offers stunning symphony and serenade, and have been instrumental in making music in the community for over 80 years as they say. They exist to enrich, educate and entertain and with your support plan to be around for many more years, come enjoy their season of summer and holiday shows, masterworks classical concerts and music education programs. The Racine Symphony Orchestra comprises violins, violas, basses, flutes, piccolo, oboes, an English horn, bass clarinet, bassoons, horns, trumpets, trombones and bass trombone, tuba, harp, keyboards, percussion and timpani, which together create beautiful music, come for their not to be missed performances.READ MORE

Come HobNob at the HobNob in Racine, Wisconsin, there's no better place with the ambiance of a classic Wisconsin supper Club, here they pride themselves on serving the best food in town. The menu features exquisite appetizer choices, steaks, the freshest seafood and bistro fare, prime rib and fish fry Friday's and there's choice cuts of Angus beef and specialties of the house include duckling, wiener schnitzel, calves liver, babyback ribs and prim rib. Try their signature ice cream drinks, come enjoy live music and entertainment on Fridays and Saturdays in their cocktail lounge, and they have private rooms available for events. The Hob Nob overlooks Lake Michigan and specializes in weddings, anniversaries, rehearsal dinners, showers, holiday parties and other special events complete with co-ordinator to ensure smooth running and a wonderful time, and the entire restaurant is available if desired.READ MORE

The Grind Cafe in Racine, Wisconsin welcomes you to the finest coffee, tea, gelato sorbeto and fruit smoothie experience in the area, enjoyed with their famous panini sandwiches. They also do a complete line of muffins, cookies, scones and more all baked in-house, and there's free WIFI and comfortable seating. Inspired by their love of coffee, the Grind Cafe roaster roasts coffee in small batches so it's always bursting with flavor, and there's local art on display and the walls from modern to photography, watercolor, acrylic oil and wooden art. The cozy atmosphere is welcoming and coffee and tea is their specialty, with choices of traditional espresso drink, hot and cold specialty coffee drinks, freshly brewed coffee and blended drinks enjoyed with a fabulous menu, come for a heady experience at this wonderful coffee shop.READ MORE

Dannys Meats and Catering in Racine, Wisconsin has been voted the best meat market for five years running by their customers and friends, and this family owned and operated company have quality meats to make your dinner or party a success. They do catering for almost any event and the catering menu offers box lunches, breakfast, buffets, dinners, heat and eat, lunches, party packs, party trays, picnic packs and much more. Fish Fry Fridays include delectable choices of cod dinners, yellow lake perch, walleye, jumbo shrimp and tortilla crusted tillapia all served with a choice of French fries, potato pancakes, baked potato, homemade coleslaw, marble rye bread, lemon wedges and tartar sauce. Dannys Meats and Catering offers on-line shopping and their Paradise Cafe Coffee and Creamery offers a delectable menu of high quality, nutritious meals with friendly service at affordable prices, stop by and enjoy.READ MORE